Radiological appearance of haemophilus pneumonia
Chest radiology usually shows a lobar pneumonia. Less commonly, a diffuse or bronchopneumonia may be seen.
Pleural effusion and empyema may be seen.
Pneumatocoeles occur rarely.
Reference:
- Bruce MG, Zulz T, DeByle C, et al. Haemophilus influenzae serotype a invasive disease, Alaska, USA, 1983-2011. Emerg Infect Dis. 2013 Jun;19(6):932-7
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